Left Hand Trailhead

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LOCATION

One mile east of Highway 36 on Neva Road.

Please check for temporary or seasonal advisories or closures.

PARKING

Parking lot at trailhead large enough to accommodate horse trailers.

BUS CONNECTIONS

An RTD bus passes very close to this trailhead. See Bus connections in English, Autobuses en español.

TRAILS

Lefthand Trail provides hiking, bicycle and equestrian access to Boulder Valley Ranch trails and offers scenic overlook of Lefthand Reservoir, although the reservoir itself is on private property.

RESTROOMS

No facilities.

PICNIC FACILITIES

Available at pavilion 3/4 mile southwest of trailhead, only available through reservation with Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department. Please visit their online reservation system.

BIKE REGULATIONS

Allowed on Lefthand Trail, Eagle and Sage trails on Boulder Valley Ranch. Bicycles may be ridden only on those trails that are posted with the international bicycle symbol.

Other bike trails on Open Space and Mountain Parks.

DOG REGULATIONS

Dogs must be on a hand-held leash on the designated trail.

HORSE REGULATIONS

Allowed on all trails. Off-trail riding is discouraged to protect rare plants and wildlife habitat.

WILDLIFE

Birds of prey are frequently sighted in this area. Coyotes and mule deer have been sighted. Rattlesnakes might be encountered during summer.

HISTORIC INFO

• Foundations of homestead near pavilion.

Before You Go

Please know OSMP rules and regulations.

Please study our six "Leave No Trace" Principles to protect the land.

Dog owners: see our special dog page.

Hikers and climbers: Please be aware of all area closures.

Mountain bikers: Follow this link for trails where you can bike.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 30 October 2012 14:54